Michigan Wine Country

Ever wondered what happens in the vineyard before harvest? While the timing can vary depending on the region, the stages of grape growth are...

Michigan’s wine story is no longer just about what’s in the glass — it’s also about what’s on the plate.  While many wineries offer dining...

Talk to Michigan winemakers about nonalcoholic wine, and you’ll get nearly universal feedback. Yes, there’s a market for it. A record-low 54% of adults report...

In Michigan, wine tasting isn’t an Olympic sport; it’s a casual celebration of the country’s “Third Coast.” Rather than demanding a suit and tie...

In 2025, Traverse City Tourism launched an annual celebration of all things local, flavorful, and distinctly northern Michigan. The inaugural Traverse City Food &...

Innovative grape varieties called PIWIs being tested on a small scale in Michigan could have a big impact on sustainability and yield here. Over two-thirds...

The Michigan Wine Collaborative has announced the results of the 2026 Taste Michigan Governor’s Cup. More than 200 entries from 44 wineries were submitted...

In love and wine, there’s a certain kind of alchemy that just can’t be denied: You know perfection when you see it. The Michigan...

Michigan wines can hang with the finest pours from Napa, New York, and even Europe — just ask the judges. Wineries from across the...

Michigan’s abundant water, rolling hills, and cool climate make for not only prime grape growing but beautiful getaways. The state’s wine regions are framed...

The nonprofit Michigan Wine Collaborative will bring its Vintage Michigan wine club under the umbrella of Taste Michigan, a brand that serves to unify,...

Michigan wine enthusiasts will want to mark their calendars for June 27, because the Michigan Wine Festival is taking over the Michigan Firehouse Museum...

Shady Lane Cellars was named the best winery in Michigan in a recently published list by Mashed, an online food and beverage outlet. In her...

As many American adults cut down on drinking and wineries ramp up family-friendly activities, nonalcoholic options have become more popular around the country —...

Michigan by the Bottle (MBTB) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 12 celebrating the opening of its fourth location in downtown Lake Orion. The...

Ever since Ken Schramm received a home-brewing kit for Christmas in 1987, his life has revolved around beverage production. But after more than three...

Michigan’s wine trails make it easy to visit multiple tasting rooms in one trip and get a well-rounded sampling of what an individual region...

Fennville Fennville in southwestern Michigan was the state’s first AVA — and one of the first in the nation — when it was established in...

Think Napa Valley and wine, and what springs to mind? Cabernet Sauvignon. What about Oregon? Pinot Noir. And Michigan? So far, Michigan boasts no “state”...

Not too long ago, while visiting a winery with a small group of friends, I was summoned to uncork a bottle of sparkling wine...